Thompson & Morgan Cynara Cardunculus Plant - Pink

Thompson & Morgan

Add theatrical drama to your garden with the spectacular Cynara cardunculus, also known as Cardoon. This feature plant boasts impressive silvery-grey foliage that forms bold mounds, providing eye-catching texture and colour throughout the growing season. Towering stems emerge, topped with large, artichoke-like buds that open into striking purple, thistle-like flowers from June onwards, creating a captivating focal point. Beyond its summer blooms, the Cardoon continues to impress into winter. Its dried flowerheads add structure and charm on frosty mornings while also providing a valuable food source for birds. Perfect for wildlife gardens, Cynara cardunculus attracts beneficial pollinators and finches, making it an ideal choice for gardeners seeking a bold, architectural centrepiece with year-round appeal. **How to Grow:** * **Light:** Full sun, with shelter from strong winds. * **Watering:** Keep soil moist but well-drained. * **Feeding:** Grow in fertile soil; feed regularly during the growing season. **Key Features:** * Dramatic ornamental plant with impressive artichoke-like flowerheads. * Silvery-grey, deeply cut foliage provides strong texture and colour. * Attracts pollinators and birds, supporting garden wildlife. * Offers winter interest with striking dried flowerheads. **Product Summary:** Thompson & Morgan Cardoon plant, Cynara cardunculus, 9cm potted plant, ornamental garden feature, purple thistle-like flowers, silvery-grey foliage, attracts wildlife, attracts pollinators, attracts birds, winter interest plant.